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North Ossetia-Alania is a republic located in the North Caucasus. The hospitable region attracts with the beauty of nature, architectural and historical monuments. This is the land of endless mountain ranges, bewitching gorges, pristine nature. Every tourist will leave a piece of his heart here.
Monument to George the Victorious
The full name of the sculpture: "George the Victorious jumps out of the rock." It was sculpted by sculptor Nikolai Khodov in 1995. Located at the entrance to Vladikavkaz.
The monument is made of iron. According to the idea, St. George is attached to the rock with the outer part of the cloak. The sculpture is located at a height of 22 meters, from the side it seems that the rider is flying through the air. The weight of the monument is 28 tons, the palm of St. George the Victorious will accommodate several people.
Armenian Apostolic Church
The church named after St. Gregory the Illuminator is located in Vladikavkaz, on the right bank of the Terek. This is the only Armenian church in the city. Construction was completed in 1868.
The church received parishioners even in Soviet times, it was almost blown up in the thirties. In 1960, the temple received the status of a monument. It is still active. Restoration work has already taken place in the church today.
Sunni mosque
The mosque is located on the left bank of the Terek, near the foot of Table Mountain. Became a symbol of Vladikavkaz. It was built in 1908. The mosque is an architectural monument.
The second name is the mosque of Mukhtarov (philanthropist). At times Soviet Union The mosque housed a local history museum. In the 90s, the house of prayer was given to the Muslim administration. Today it receives all Muslim believers.
Holy Assumption Monastery
Orthodox monastery, is located in the village of Khidikus, Alagir district. It was founded in 2000 by Bishop Feofan. Hieroarchimandrite - Leonid (Gorbachev).
It is famous for being the highest mountain monastery in Russia. Services are held in Ossetian and Church Slavonic. The monastery in every way contributes to the development of the Ossetian language, translates liturgical texts into it.
Pig-iron Olginsky bridge
The bridge is located in Vladikavkaz. It leads across the Terek River and connects the city center with the river part.
The bridge was erected in 1863. It was cast in the UK from cast iron. Received the name "Olginsky" in honor of the wife of Mikhail Romanov (viceroy of the Caucasus). In 1958, the bridge was demolished and replaced with reinforced concrete. Leopard figures were placed on the bridge. Trams were opened on it.
Monument to Mikhail Bulgakov
The sculpture was opened in 2012, located in the central part of Vladikavkaz, at the intersection of Mayakovsky Street and Prospekt Mira. The monument was sculpted by the artist Vyacheslav Tavasiev.
Next to Bulgakov is the cat Behemoth, sheets of written manuscripts curl over the writer's head. The sculpture was placed in Vladikavkaz not by chance. In this city, the Ossetian doctor took his first steps into literature, and his writing activity began.
City of Angels
Memorial cemetery in Beslan. The victims of the 2004 terrorist attack are buried there. In the period from 1 to 3 September, the militants took hostage students, teachers and guests of Beslan School No. 1. During this time, 266 people died, all of them are buried in the city of angels.
On the territory of the cemetery there is a monument "Tree of Sorrow", a khachkar, which was donated by children from Yerevan. There is a monument to the special forces soldiers who died during the storming of the school.
Sword of the Blood
The monument is located in the Kardavagan canyon. In the Kurtatinsky gorge, the Miracle Trail is stylized, on it there is a stone split into two parts. The sword of the bloodlines is driven into the stone.
According to legend, a hunter was walking along a narrow road and saw a traveler who was in trouble. The traveler was his natural enemy, the hunter was supposed to kill him out of revenge. But after the rescue, the hunter and the traveler reconciled and, in honor of friendship, stuck the sword of the bloodlines into the stone.
Dzivgis rock fortress
Defensive structures located in the village of Dzivgis. The fortress consists of six caves of varying degrees of preservation. Stone fortifications are attached to the caves. Estimated time of construction: 13th - 16th century.
Dzivgiss caves differ from each other in size (some can fit up to a hundred people). They are made of stone, overgrown with grass and it seems that the fortress is one with Mount Kariu-hoh.
City of dead
Located in the village of Dargavs, Prigorodny district North Ossetia. Consists of 97 different crypts. The city of the dead is an Alanian burial ground, where people of the 1st millennium BC are buried.
Next to the necropolis there are battle towers - symbols of Ossetian stone architecture. They played the role of well-protected fortified houses.
Karmadon Gorge
The gorge is located in North Ossetia. The river Genaldon, geothermal springs pass along it, outcrops of mineral waters are noticed. In the upper reaches are the Kolka and Mayli glaciers.
Residents of Vladikavkaz often travel to the Karmadon Gorge, considering it good place recreation. It is famous for the fact that in 2002 there was a catastrophic descent of the Kolka glacier, a film crew led by Sergei Bodrov Jr. died under ice and snow.
Tsey gorge
The gorge in which ski resort Tsey. Located in the Tseysky district. Impressive with pristine nature and mountain ranges.
The gorge stretched for 23 kilometers. 18 of them can be passed by tourists without climbing skills. Before entering the gorge, there is a monument to George the Victorious. Tourists can see the Rekom complex of two sanctuaries, Mount Monk and several waterfalls.
Ossetian history is deeply rooted in the past. Mysterious and beautiful, secret and immense Ossetia attracts many tourists from all over the world. What is it that attracts tourists so much? What sights of North Ossetia deserve special attention? This is what we will find out in our article.
Kazbek
This is one of the most famous sights of North Ossetia. The height of Mount Kazbek is 5033 meters. It is located on the border with Russian Federation and Georgia. The beauty of Kazbek attracts many tourists and novice climbers.
One Georgian legend tells that once Prometheus (Pkharmat), who was a giant (nart), was chained to the mountain. He once stole fire for people. For this, the gods were very angry with him and chained him to the mountain with iron chains. But the punishment didn't end there. Every day a bird named Hoopoe flew to him and pecked at his heart. This is such a beautiful and tragic story.
Kazbek is dormant volcano, which, according to scientists, last time erupted around 4000 BC. e.
For the first time, the mountain was conquered by the English climber Freshfeld in 1868. And 21 years later, the Russians set up a flag on that very place, which is perfectly visible from Vladikavkaz.
What do experienced climbers say?
When climbing Kazbek, there will be no particular difficulties. There are two routes, and both of them are beautiful and attractive in their own way. The first is laid through the north, the second - through the south (Georgia). According to experienced climbers, Kazbek is a great option for beginner climbers. mountain peaks. Positive qualities for beginners are more stable weather and fast acclimatization.
But do not think that this mountain is so harmless. It is known that many years of sleep did not prevent the tragedy from happening in the Karmadon Gorge (this terrible incident claimed the lives of 130 people, including the film crew, which included the famous Russian actor Sergei Bodrov). As scientists have found out, the tragedy took place due to the fault of the Kolka glacier that came down from its place.
However, many people come here not only to conquer the summit of Kazbek, but also to enjoy the natural beauties that are hidden on the territory of this mysterious mountain.
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At an altitude of 4 km, there is an ancient monastery called Betlemi. This cave was discovered in 1947 by climber Levan Sudzhashvili.
It is worth noting the fact that archaeologists who later explored Betlemi found there a priceless church banner of the 10th-11th centuries, a high cross, coins of the 15th-17th centuries, a bronze candlestick, as well as monastic cells, a stone pillar and graves without names and inscriptions. Later, archaeologists and researchers concluded that the monks who previously lived here hid jewelry and valuables.
It should also be remembered that people suffering from high blood pressure should not climb to the very top, otherwise discomfort and dizziness may occur.
The sights of North Ossetia do not end there, there will be many more interesting things to come.
North Ossetian State Reserve
The reserve is located on the territory of the northern slope of the eastern part of the Central Caucasus. The area of these beauties is 30 hectares. The North Ossetian Reserve was established in 1967 on the territory of the Tseysky Republican Reserve in order to preserve certain species of animals and plants.
Fauna
North Ossetia - Alania is famous for its diversity of flora and fauna. So, about 1500 aurochs live on the territory of the North Ossetian Reserve. In the forests (and they occupy about a third of the entire territory), roe deer and wild boars live, the number of which is only 60 individuals. Bison also live on the territory of the reserve, mainly in broad-leaved forests. They were settled in the 60s. Now there are more than 200 individuals.
The main representatives of the fauna of the reserve are bears. There are about 35 of them. The jackal is also found in this area (in the Unal basin), but quite rarely. On the territory of the reserve you can see a forest cat, a marten, a raccoon dog, an American mink, a hare and a squirrel.
Among the birds, it is worth noting the black stork, song thrush, blackbird, wren, robin, buzzard, wood pigeon, eagle owl, crow, jay, gray owl, great lentil (lives in the mountains), as well as several species of tits and woodpeckers.
What else is rich in North Ossetia? The territory of this region, in particular, the North Ossetian Reserve, contains about 200 species of insects. Among them, one can single out the steppe hake, the Caucasian ground beetle, the odorous beauty, the motley ascalaf, which are listed in the Red Book. Also here you can watch the tarantula, praying mantis, phalanx and other types of invertebrates.
What to see in the reserve?
The sights of North Ossetia, in particular, the North Ossetian Reserve, are numerous. Among them, one can distinguish the second largest in the region karst cave called Shubi-Nykhasskaya. The walls of the cave are covered with stalagmites and stalactites (they grow very slowly - thousands of years). And bats listed in the Red Book live there.
It will be quite interesting to look at cave towns, the Mesolithic site of Shau-Lagat, various historical and archaeological sites, catacomb burial grounds, etc.
Traveling along the routes of the reserve, you can see the church of the 12th century, the Tseysky and Skazsky glaciers, observe the life of animals and birds, etc.
Sights of North Ossetia: City of the Dead
This place consists of 99 crypts arranged in 4 floors. The buildings here are partially dug into the ground, and there are also ground buildings with a gable or pyramidal roof.
According to some historical information, this village was created during the outbreak of the plague. In those days, a family that was stricken by a terrible disease closed in one of the crypts and quietly waited for their fate.
Few people know that in those days, Ossetians considered getting into the crypt quite an expensive pleasure, so only a few could afford to die in this kind of room.
In this city, to this day, there is a terrible legend that disturbing the peace of the dead ancestors can pay with their lives. However, despite this, many tourists still come to scary place to see the crypts that still smell of death and pain of the dead Ossetians.
It should be noted that, of course, not all are solved, and only during daylight hours. Indeed, earlier this was a completely justified rumor, because it is not known how much more harmful bacteria could remain in the walls of the crypts. But to date, all the premises have been studied and researched in detail. Therefore, on this moment we can say with confidence that the crypts are absolutely harmless to visit.
This landmark of North Ossetia still excites the minds of tourists who have been there, because it is rather difficult to convey the emotions that you experience when looking at the crypts where innocent people once died painfully.
It should also be noted that on the territory of the City of the Dead there is the largest tower in Ossetia, named after the Mansurovs.
Only North Ossetia-Alania can boast of so many wonders and mysteries, such a variety of flora and fauna. Numerous sights, architectural monuments, a huge number of caves, historically significant buildings and amazing beautiful nature fascinate every person who arrived in this region. Having visited North Ossetia at least once, you will want to come back here again and again, because you rarely see such miracles anywhere.
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Almost every city has its own “corner of history”: ancient narrow streets, small avenues paved by hand with paving stones, unique buildings.
The first structures of Vladikavkaz, which performed a defensive function, were erected in 1784. In the historical zone of the main city of North Ossetia, about 250 architectural buildings have been preserved, of which 13 have the status of a “monument of federal significance”.
Architectural complexes of Vladikavkaz
Memorial complex in honor of the founding of the capital. The main objects of the complex are the reconstruction of the first combat tower and the bronze figure of the founder of the first aul, Dzaug Bugulov. The hero has a staff in one hand, the second hand indicates on the map the area where the administrative center of North Ossetia will appear in the future.
The complex of buildings near children's world". It was here that in the past centuries the city life was seething. In addition to various factories and factories, the area was actively built up. residential buildings. To meet the needs local residents there were shops and other outlets. Despite different architectural solutions, the buildings harmoniously combined with each other, forming a single style.
Palace of Baron Steingel. This is a unique two-story complex, made in the Gothic style. High oval windows, wrought iron balconies, quadrangular carved towers give the building the appearance of a miniature castle.
Hotel complex "Imperial". The building was built in the 20th century and consisted of three tiers: the first was given over to the premises for the San Remo restaurant, the second and third were rooms for visitors. In the restaurant one could not only eat, but also play billiards, listen to live symphonic music. Today "Imperial" has changed, but continues to be one of the most prestigious hotels in Vladikavkaz.
Key architectural monuments
Mosque of Mukhtarov. An architectural monument in the city center with a century of history. The initiator of the creation of the mosque was Murtuz-Aga Mukhtarov, who, together with other parishioners, raised funds and turned to the Polish architect Joseph Ploshko. The building is made in the style of ancient Cairo mosques. Max Height minarets - 33 meters. In 1934, they wanted to destroy the building, but the Red Army soldiers from the Tatar company stood up to defend it.
Monument to Kosta Khetagurov. Vladikavkaz residents immortalized the memory of the founder of Ossetian culture, the famous poet, sculptor and painter Kosta Khetagurov with a bronze sculpture.
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The monument was erected at the entrance to the park of the same name in honor of the celebration of the 150th anniversary of the artist's birth.
Crosses Khachkar. Commemorative crosses are located in the church of Gregory the Illuminator. These crosses are a memorial to the victims of the Armenian genocide.
Original architectural solutions
Monument to George the Victorious. The sculpture impresses primarily with its unusual location. It is installed at a height of 22 meters above the ground. It seems as if the hero jumped out of the mountain on a horse and froze in the air. The weight of the monument exceeds 2 tons. The bronze cloak of George the Victorious is securely attached to the rock.
"Grandfather and grandson" sculptural composition in the Central Park of Culture and Leisure. The grandfather and grandson wrestling in their arms symbolize two generations whose strengths are equal. It is noteworthy that the age of the grandson cannot be determined: some believe that the young man is no more than 18 years old, others think that this is a completely mature man of 30 years old.
Children's Railway. The well-known cosmonaut Valentina Tereshkova became the ideological inspirer of the creation of the children's railway in Vladikavkaz. The closed 2-kilometer railway track was opened in the fall of 1967. The full control of the train was carried out by young railway students. Now the railway continues its work, the rolling stock runs between the two stations: “ Eternal flame"and" Water Station ".
Where eagles soar (Guide to North Ossetia)
Year: 1967
Author: Agibalova V.V., Beroev B.M.
Genre: Travel guide
Publisher: North Ossetian book publishing house
Russian language
Format: DjVu
Quality: Scanned pages + OCR layer
Interactive table of contents: No
Number of pages: 219
Description: This book will introduce you to the nature of the mountainous part of North Ossetia, life and economic activity population, its historical past. In it you will find a description of some of the most interesting tourist routes passing in the mountains of North Ossetia. Several routes partially capture the territory of the neighboring republics of Ossetia - the Georgian SSR and the Chechen-Ingush Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic, since they are a direct continuation of the routes of North Ossetia.
The source for writing this book was the materials collected by the authors during their travels in the mountains of the Central Caucasus. Some of the routes are written in the form of travel essays, for which the diaries of one of the authors of the book, V.V.
The book is intended for tourists, guides, geography teachers, students and for everyone who wishes to spend their holidays in the Caucasus mountains.
The authors hope that these essays will help the reader to some extent imagine all the diversity and greatness of the nature of North Ossetia and make him want to go there himself. Other books on the subject:
Kusov G.I. Vladikavkaz is known and unfamiliar.
Beroev B.M. Tsey (Essay on the Tsey Gorge of North Ossetia).
Beroev B.M. across North Ossetia.
Beroev B.M. The road will be mastered by the walking one.
Kusov G.I. Unknown Ossetia.
Ponomarev S.V., Bednov B.V. Tepli, Dzhimarai, Kazbek.
Levkovsky Yu.V. In the middle mountains of North Ossetia.
Beroev B.M. From Kazbek to Elbrus.
Agibalova V.V. etc. Along the Digorsky Gorge.
Agibalova V.V., Zhdanov G.V., Ivanov V.D. With a backpack according to Sugan.
Grigorovich S. F., Grigorovich V. S. According to Karmadon. Geographical sketch of the resort "Karmadon".
Totoonov B.A. Tamisk Resort.
Chamokova E.F., Budun A.S. Resorts and medical areas of North Ossetia.
Kusov G.I. I want to entrust you with a secret (Local history essays).
Kusov G.I.
Sights of North Ossetia. cultural tourism
The search for a local historian.
Khamitsaeva T.A. Up the Iraf.
